Electrical Design Engineer - Substations Primary Design

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The Role
Designs high-voltage transmission and distribution substations, including primary electrical layouts, equipment specifications, support structures, earthing systems, and coordination with civil teams and manufacturers. Prepares engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and documentation in accordance with EU and international standards. Conducts design reviews and quality checks while supporting project delivery within budget, quality, and schedule requirements.
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:
 
You will join our Energy Transition team, working together with the Arcadis Europe Energy Transition team. In this department, we focus on the preliminary and detailed design of high-voltage primary electrical infrastructure, covering primary substations, power generating stations, wind farms and solar farms. Our projects are delivered according to high-quality standards, with a strong focus on technical excellence. As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of international design standards through internal technical training, certifications and continuous education.

Role accountabilities:

· Preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables including complex reports, proposals, presentations, and drawing packages.

· HV transmission and distribution substations primary electrical design, layout design, specification of plant, coordination of civil design, earthing system analysis and design.

· Taking personal responsibility for the preparation of detailed engineering documentation.

· To deliver fully documented designs to meet Client objectives and Arcadis quality system requirements.

· Ensure application of relevant EU standards and engineering knowledge in various projects.

· Design support structures for AIS and GIS equipment , collaborating with manufacturers or customer to communicate requirements and review technical documentation

· Taking personal responsibility for the preparation of detailed engineering documentation

· To manage selected projects, project task/responsibilities as assigned, and/or design processes (or parts of projects) to meet agreed budget, quality, and timeframe targets.

· Apply engineering knowledge, techniques and tools complying with international design standards and EU Codes and Standards relevant to the assigned project.

· Prepare document and drawing package for the appropriate project design submission stage complying with codes and standards and delivering the design with high quality.

· Conduct internal review and quality checks of engineering drawings and design calculations to ensure compliance with the project's requirements.

· Prepare and register all relevant documentation and design reports and ensure all documentation is accurate and in compliance with the Arcadis and customer requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:


· Graduate in Bachelor of Technology/ Science in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University.

· 1-3 years’ experience in substation primary design, preferably in a consulting environment.

· Consulting experience in power projects in EU is preferred.

· Experience in the production of CAD documentation to EU Standards and other international design standards.

· Knowledge of specialized 3D software (examples: Revit, SolidWorks, Inventor, Microstation).

· Knowledge of 2D detailing drawings (AutoCAD - preferred).

· Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent mathematical skills applied in engineering calculations.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.
 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
  • 1-3 years of experience in substation primary design
  • Experience producing CAD documentation to EU and international design standards
  • Knowledge of specialized 3D software such as Revit, SolidWorks, Inventor, or MicroStation
  • Knowledge of 2D detailing drawings and AutoCAD
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
  • Excellent mathematical skills applied to engineering calculations
  • Consulting experience in EU power projects

Arcadis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arcadis and has not been reviewed or approved by Arcadis.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently described as good, with strong medical benefits cited in multiple regions. Feedback suggests healthcare is a relative bright spot within the total rewards package.
  • Retirement Support — 401(k) and pension offerings are often called out positively, with contributions viewed as solid. Feedback suggests retirement benefits enhance the overall package even when salary sentiment is mixed.
  • Flexible Benefits — Flexible working arrangements, hybrid options, and wellbeing support (such as EAP and benefits platforms) are commonly highlighted. Feedback suggests the flexibility of the package adds meaningful value beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: Amsterdam
31,547 Employees

What We Do

Arcadis is the world’s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, digital and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 architects, data analysts, designers, engineers, project planners, water management and sustainability experts, all driven by our passion for improving quality of life. We exist to find solutions to today’s most pressing challenges, from the impact of climate change to increasing urbanization and digital transformation – all with the goal of improving quality of life for people around the world. You can see this in the work we do for our clients, the opportunities we create for our people, and in our efforts to enhance the communities in which we live and work. We bring together world-class resources and the latest innovative technologies to help define the cities and experiences of tomorrow. Arcadis. Improving quality of life

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